PJHS Parent Weekly

Hello PJHS Families,

We had a great week this week to wrap up the month of November. School will not be in session the week of November 24th-November 28th. Students will return in session on December 1st (yes, December)! We hope you enjoy family time and we are thankful for each of you!

We ended this week with our first PBIS fundraiser, where the students got to pie in the face some of their favorite teachers and/or principal! It was a fun event for all and thank you to all who contributed.

In this week's parent communication, you will see below the attached information of the PJHS E-Learning plan in the event that we would have to have an E-Learning day. It includes all the expectations and procedures your student will need to know to complete their E-learning day. Attached to the E-Learning plan is also a schedule that will be followed for that day. Please reach out if you have any questions.

We have included some important reminders below from our nursing staff in the district as the season of flu, colds, etc. is upon us. They also have good healthy habit reminders, as well as a reminder to remember to complete all dental examinations.

Please also look below to see the information from our wonderful PTO to see all the upcoming events, important dates, and other reminders.

As always, please look carefully below at all information, so you can be updated on the latest school and community events and important dates.

We look forward to another great week ahead,

Thank you!

Please see the attachment regarding E-Learning expectations and procedures for PJHS, along with the E-Learning Schedule.

We are pleased to inform you that the Miles for Smiles Program will be back sometime in March (exact date to be determined) to PJHS! Please look at the attached documents regarding information about the program and how to sign up. Any student that signs up will receive free dental service, but permission slips have to be completed.

Dental Exam Reminder:

"Reminder! All 2nd, 6th, and 9th grade students are required to turn in a completed dental examination form. School dental examinations must be completed within the 18 months prior to May 15, 2026. Any dental exam completed between 11/15/2024-05/15/2026 would be acceptable. Dental examination forms may be found on the school website. Please have these forms turned in as early as possible. Thank you!"

Please look over the student handbook for all policies and procedures for Peotone Junior High.

Please refer to the Chromebook policy for PJHS students. Please also try and remind your child to charge his/her Chromebook everyday to limit infractions of the policy.

Click below for the PTO linktree, which will be updated throughout the year with the latest information, fundraisers, and event details!

1. Poppin' with Joy!

Our Double Good Popcorn fundraiser has officially wrapped up, and because of YOU, we raised $5,000 directly for our schools! From every share, every purchase, every little bit of encouragement—you showed up for our students in such a big way. Your support helps us fund the experiences, supplies, and opportunities that make our schools shine. We truly could not do this without our amazing families, teachers, and community.

2. Gift Card Raffle Trees

Each year the Pancake Breakfast offers a variety of raffle items and one of the FAVORITES are the grade level/school raffle trees! We are continuing our tradition and need your support! Please help us trim the tree with gift cards that match the theme for your grade level/school. Letters are being sent home with your student with more details and the theme for each grade level. You can also donate directly to your grade level through our online store Donate Online to Gift Card Raffle Trees

3. We Need Breakfast Volunteers!

The PTO Pancake Breakfast is Saturday, December 13th from 8am-12pm. This event literally "takes a village" to make it happen - we need kitchen volunteers throughout the morning. There are a number of slots available and even just 1.5 hour of your time makes a huge impact! Sign up here Pancake Breakfast Volunteers Sign-up or via our linktree

4. Pancake Breakfast Details

Your students were sent home with a flyer with all the details for the Pancake Breakfast. Like every year, start your day off with a delicious pancake breakfast! Check out our raffles, crafts for kids in the library, pictures with Santa and the SkillsUSA Craft Fair in the gym. You can also pre-order your tickets online this year and jump the line Pre-Order Mobile Pancake Breakfast Tickets

5. Stay Connected with the PTO

This is a busy time of year so to make it easy, stay connected to us to keep up-to-date on our upcoming fundraisers and other event details! Don't forget to follow us on facebook and instagram! https://linktr.ee/peotonepto

11/24 to 11/28- Thanksgiving Break

12/11-Choir/Band Concert @ PHS @7pm

12/13-PTO Pancake Breakfast 8am-12pm

12/15-6th Grade Field Trip to the museum of Science and Industry

12/15-Board of Education Meeting @6 @ PHS

12/15 to 12/19-Holiday Spirit Week

12/19-Common Plan Dismissal @ 1:40 (lunch will be served)

12/19-2nd Quarter Ends

12/22 to 1/2-Winter Break

1/5-NO SCHOOL (Teacher Institute)

1/6-School resumes for students

1/6-3rd Quarter Begins

Assistant Principal: Natalie Harden

Main Office: 708-258-3246

Location: 1 Blue Devil Dr., Peotone, IL 60468